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2. Levonorgestrel - Wikipedia

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   Levonorgestrel-only emergency contraceptive pills are reported to have an 89% effectiveness rate if taken within the recommended 72 hours after sex. [42] The efficacy of the drug decreases by 50% for each 12-hour delay in taking the dose after the emergency contraceptive regimen has been started. [42]

3. Emergency contraception - Wikipedia

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   Emergency contraception (EC) is a birth control measure, used after sexual intercourse to prevent pregnancy.. There are different forms of EC. Emergency contraceptive pills (ECPs), sometimes simply referred to as emergency contraceptives (ECs), or the morning-after pill, are medications intended to disrupt or delay ovulation or fertilization, which are necessary for pregnancy.

4. Hormonal contraception - Wikipedia

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   Currently, there are many different brands of levonorgestrel EC pills, including Take Action, Next Choice One Dose, and My Way and regimens include a single 1.5 mg pill of levonorgestrel. [41] Levonorgestrel EC pills should be taken up to 72 hours after unprotected sex due to the drug becoming less effective over time. [41]

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6. Comparison of birth control methods - Wikipedia

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   The failure rate of a copper IUD is approximately 0.8% and can prevent pregnancy for up to 10 years. The hormonal IUD (also known as levonorgestrel intrauterine system or LNg IUD) releases a small amount of the hormone called progestin that can prevent pregnancy for 3–8 years with a failure rate of 0.1-0.4%. [1]

7. 'Pregnancy is a risk I'm willing to take': Why some ... - AOL

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   'Pregnancy is a risk I'm willing to take': Why some women are ditching the pill Michelle Roberts - Digital health editor, BBC News and Rozina Sini - BBC News January 18, 2025 at 12:05 PM

8. Emergency contraceptive availability by country - Wikipedia

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   Country Region Availability Over the counter Non-prescription Age restriction Cost Awareness Notes Afghanistan: Asia: Import only [2]Albania: Europe: None [3]: €15,60 (UPA)

9. Cialis Side Effects: What to Expect (& How to Avoid Them) - AOL

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   The FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) suggests taking Cialis at a maximum as-needed dosage of 10 milligrams no more than once per 72 hours — or a daily dosage of 2.5 milligrams — if you ...